VP Beong-Soo Kim Assumes Interim Presidency at USC

VP Beong-Soo Kim Assumes Interim Presidency at USC

Beong-Soo Kim, USC’s senior vice president and general counsel, was officially elevated to interim university president Tuesday with the departure of Carol Folt. “It is a privilege to begin serving as USC’s interim president today,” Kim wrote in a message to the USC community Tuesday. “The Trojan Family is unique in its power, reach, and distinction, and I step into this role eager to strengthen our common bonds and advance USC’s place in our wo…

Meet Beong-Soo Kim, USC’s new interim president

Beong-Soo Kim is serving as USC’s interim president starting July 1. (USC Photo/Gus Ruelas) Share University Meet Beong-Soo Kim, USC’s new interim president Kim, who has served as USC senior vice president and general counsel for five years, talks about the challenges and opportunities ahead, his plans as interim president ­— and what practicing law and playing the cello have taught him about leadership. June 30, 2025 By Rachel B. Levin In …